On International Women’s Day 2026, the VAFA proudly celebrates the extraordinary contribution of women across our Association. As the home of the largest women’s Australian Rules football competition in the
The VAFA is delighted to donate our backstock of ‘clash jumpers’ to the AFL’s South Pacific team, where they will be used to good effect across the Pacific region in
VAFA Clubs have once again demonstrated well-built engagements with major funding and revenue generating programs in 2025, resulting in more than $218,000 circulating back into the community. Engaging with three major initiatives, the TAC
The 2025 season marked another outstanding year for the Tackle Your Feelings (TYF) program across the VAFA community, with over 920 players and coaches taking part in workshops designed to
The VAFA is proud to continue its partnership with Next Gen Unite (NGU) in 2025, supporting a community-driven initiative with a strong vision to strengthen connections and address key issues
At the recent VAFA Awards Night, the community came together to celebrate the contributions of exceptional coaches and volunteers, presenting the Carruthers Executive Community Coach of the Year (Men’s and
Australian footy clubs are shifting the culture of online sports gambling in community football, with new research revealing a significant change in attitudes – and actions – among players, coaches,
The VAFA is proud to celebrate the outstanding contributions of volunteers who go above and beyond to support their clubs and embody the values of our community. Each month, we
At the VAFA, we’re proud to recognize the incredible efforts of coaches who give their all to support their clubs and live out the values of our community. Every month,
